BRITISH WESTERN ELECTRIC COMPANY
TELEPHONE No. 40340

CENTRAL BATTERY TELEPHONES
TABLE PATTERN

No. 40340
This stand is of the latest pattern and is specially designed for use with the latest type Microtelephone, Code No. 4005, when required to stand on the desk.

The stand is substantially made and of pleasing design. The base is finished in polished black japan whilst the remainder is nickel-plated.

The switch used in this set is situated in the handle so that by simply replacing the Microtelephone on the stand you disconnect the line. If required this set can be supplied without the Wall Bell, which is of polished walnut with china-bronze fittings.

Desk Set - 12.75" x 5".
Wall box - 9.5" x 6.5" x 4".

Weight - 8lb

 
Taken from the British Western Electric Catalogue (Edition 2)

Last revised: May 14, 2026